Schmidt List - Business Insights

In this episode of the Schmidt List, host Kurt Schmidt sits down with David Ratner, a veteran in the book PR industry with over 30 years of experience. David delves into his extensive background, having run one of the largest book publicity agencies in the country and now focusing on helping nonfiction authors, especially in the business space, leverage their books as powerful tools for brand equi...

In this insightful episode of Schmidt List, host Kurt Schmidt engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Brad Farris, a seasoned leadership and business growth coach, to explore transitioning from craftsperson to leader. Brad provides invaluable strategies and deep insights for agency founders navigating the challenges of scaling their businesses while stepping into effective leadership role...

In this insightful episode of the Schmidt List, host Kurt Schmidt sits down with Joe Schmit, the renowned sports director from Channel 5 and an accomplished keynote speaker. With over three decades of experience in sports journalism and a thriving career in motivational speaking, Joe brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. Joe delves into his "culture first mindset," a philosophy emphasizing pr...

In this engaging episode of Schmidt List, host Kurt Schmidt sits down with leadership expert and author Bill Mills to unpack the intricacies of effective leadership. Drawing from his vast experience with business owners, CEOs, and presidents through masterminds and consulting, Bill reveals why traditional leadership development often falls short and introduces the powerful idea of conscious conver...

In this episode of *Schmidt List*, host Kurt Schmidt has a conversation with Craig Pladson from BraveCo to explore the intricacies of modern marketing. They discuss the challenges businesses face when choosing between marketing agencies that focus solely on implementation and those that provide strategic impact and measurable results. Kurt struggles to find agencies capable of developing comprehen...

 In this captivating episode of Schmidt List, host Kurt Schmidt engages with BJ, a distinguished expert in battery manufacturing and AI at Technicity. Together, they explore varying technological perspectives across generations and stress the importance of developing comfort with emerging tools. BJ highlights AI's potential to enhance productivity, encouraging executives to view it as a tool for i...

In this compelling episode of Schmidt List, host Kurt Schmidt interviews Todd Fonseca, who shares his journey from corporate life to becoming an entrepreneur and leadership coach. Fonseca discusses his career transition and the importance of leadership and personal development. He recalls a pivotal moment during a corporate talent review that led him to explore nonverbal communication and body lan...

Join host Kurt Schmidt in this engaging episode of Schmidt List as he chats with marketing expert Danielle Fauteaux. Danielle, known for her work in building revenue generation systems and refining business development pipelines, shares valuable insights into the current challenges facing marketing agencies and service providers. Key topics covered include the shift from hustle culture to strategi...

In this episode of Schmidt List, host Kurt Schmidt talks with Lauren Buckley, co-founder of the Hush Collaborative, about actionable messaging, strategic initiatives, and barriers to effective collaboration and employee engagement.  Lauren highlights the importance of organizational audits focusing on strategy, systems, and human factors to reduce the high failure rates of strategic (90%) and chan...

In this enlightening episode of the Schmidt List, host Kurt Schmidt is joined by Anne Steiner, a strategic advisor at NerdNoir, to delve into the evolving landscape of product development and innovation in the post-pandemic world. As a master networker, Kurt opens up about the dynamic energy he derives from community interactions, setting the stage for a rich conversation on the importance of in-p...

In this insightful episode of Schmidt List, host Kurt Schmidt sits down with Bob Freytag, a seasoned marketing expert and partner at Introworks, a specialized marketing agency with over three decades of experience. Bob delves into the meticulous research methodologies used at Introworks, highlighting the importance of deep individual interviews in understanding a company's ecosystem—from products...

In this enlightening episode of Schmidt List, host Kurt Schmidt discusses networking with esteemed guest Mike Adams.  Mike, an experienced sales and marketing professional, shares his insights and expertise on becoming a "super-connector"—a career path dedicated to facilitating valuable introductions. We explore the principles of intentional networking and the tools that make it effective, such as...

In this riveting episode of "Schmidt List," host Kurt Schmidt sits down with Nathan Young, fractional COO, founder, and author of "How to Be Second." Together, they delve deep into the concept of personal and professional growth, emphasizing the value of the support role in leadership. Nathan shares his unique journey and the realizations that led him to embrace his role as an integrator, rather t...

In this insightful episode of Schmidt List, host Kurt Schmidt interviews John Hoeft, the president of Interactive Circle and founder of The Agency Builder. After almost 30 years of experience in launching digital marketing services, John is sharing his expertise in helping solopreneurs and business owners to successfully launch their agencies. Learn about the innovative agency operating system tha...

Welcome to the Schmidt List Podcast! In this episode, Host Kurt Schmidt interviews Ben Dueck, a leadership development consultant who shares insights on generational differences in leadership and workplace challenges. Key Topics: - Generational Differences in Leadership - Workplace Loyalty, Work-Life Balance, Work Ethic - Technology and Social Media Impact on Brain Chemistry - Balancing Flexibilit...

In this episode, host Kurt Schmidt interviews Douglas Slakey, a transplant surgeon and chair of health system science at Belmont University Frist College of Medicine. Slakey discusses the importance of simulation training in healthcare, which prepares professionals for unexpected situations and improves patient outcomes. He shares an example where simulation led to the use of ultrasound for kidney...

Welcome back to Schmidt List! In this compelling episode, host Kurt Schmidt sits down with Phillip Brown, an expert in automating project management and selecting the right project management software for today’s businesses. This episode is a must-watch if you're interested in AI integration, project automation, cloud-based project management tools, or agile methodologies. Phillip Brown delves dee...

Jim Cuene, a digital marketing and emerging technologies expert, joins Kurt Schmidt on the Schmidt List podcast to discuss career transitions, entrepreneurship, winding down a business, and finding focus. Cuene shares his professional journey working at agencies and corporations like Cicerone, Go Kart Labs, General Mills, American Express, and Ameriprise Financial before starting his firm, Fahren....

In the "Schmidt List" podcast, hosts Kurt Schmidt and Lucy Hinton explore the essential role of user experience (UX) and user research in creating successful digital products. Lucy Hinton, a UX consultant at Fathom Consulting, shares her deep experience designing digital and physical products. She highlights the importance of understanding user needs to align product functionalities with user expe...

I am thrilled to bring you a new episode of Schmidt List featuring content marketing expert Sarah Panus! 🎧Highlights from the Episode: Strategic Social Media: Focus on platforms where you can make the most impact instead of trying to be everywhere. Quality over quantity! Content Patience: Allow your content six months to develop before evaluating its success. Metrics need time. 3. Customer Focus:...

Join us on the Schmidt List Podcast as host Kurt Schmidt sits down with Beth Elliott, the owner of Elberry Transformation Consultants, to dive deep into the world of AI in change management and its impact on organizations. 🎙️🤖 In this insightful episode, Kurt and Beth explore the rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning in the business landscape. They discuss how AI is being leve...

We're excited to present the latest episode of Schmidt List featuring the insightful Creg Schumann! This episode is packed with transformative ideas on embracing failure and the power of storytelling, which is crucial for any innovator. Key Highlights: - Learning from Failure: Creg discusses how accepting failure can drive success and innovation. - Effective Storytelling: Discover the impact of ma...

We're back with another exciting episode of the Schmidt List! This week, we had the pleasure of hosting Benji Borner, a dynamic leader in technology and networking. If you're curious about how to build and leverage your network authentically, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. Episode Highlights: 🔹 Innovative Practice Development: Benji shares his journey of building a new practice that t...

In our latest Schmidt List episode, we chatted with Gray MacKenzie, co-founder of Zen Pilot. If you’re aiming to elevate your agency’s operations, this is an episode you don’t want to miss! Here are some highlights: Top Insights from Gray MacKenzie: 1. Essential Resources: - 🌐 [ZenPilot.com](https://zenpilot.com) for services and consultations. - 🔗 [Gray’s LinkedIn](https://linkedin.com/in/graym...

I'm thrilled to share our latest Schmidt List episode with the incredible Matt DeWolf from MK Quinn Media! 🎤 We delve into the world of podcasting and its immense value for businesses in content creation and strategy. In this episode, we explore: -Integrating podcasting into a comprehensive content strategy. -The need for consistency and a personal touch in your content. -The numerous benefits of...